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Spear: A new novel by Nicola Griffith

Queer Arthurian heroes? Yes, please!
Spear: A new novel by Nicola Griffith

Many moons ago I saw a Tweet from Nicola Griffith about the need for more and better disability representation in books with the hashtag #CripLit. Not knowing Nicola, I reached out and asked if she would be open to co-hosting a series of #CripLit Twitter chats centered on disabled writers and publishing. While no longer active, Nicola and I organized 15 Twitter chats and I daresay we helped disabled writers connect with one another. And the work continues!

Congratulations to Nicola on her latest novel, Spear, available now from Tor. Be sure to check out Nicola’s novel, So Lucky while you’re at it! You can also read my interview with Nicola about it from 2018.

The publisher is giving away 6 hardcover copies to the subscribers to this ye olde newsletter. Details below. And please do not reply to this post! My email address is listed below.

The cover of Nicola Griffith's SPEAR shows a large ornate cauldron, with round metal handles attached around it, and historic looking etchings of an army with spears/weapons facing dragon-like figures. Liquid is swirling inside which turns into magical flames bursting out, in which images from the book appear including a sword sticking up, a woman's figure in a forest, the book's main character Peretur on horseback holding a spear, a castle/barricade, fencing, and two hawks flying. The text reads "Nicola Griffith" on top and "SPEAR from the author of Hild" on the bottom. Cover art by Rovina Cai; Cover Design by Christine Foltzer.
The cover of Nicola Griffith's SPEAR shows a large ornate cauldron, with round metal handles attached around it, and historic looking etchings of an army with spears/weapons facing dragon-like figures. Liquid is swirling inside which turns into magical flames bursting out, in which images from the book appear including a sword sticking up, a woman's figure in a forest, the book's main character Peretur on horseback holding a spear, a castle/barricade, fencing, and two hawks flying. The text reads "Nicola Griffith" on top and "SPEAR from the author of Hild" on the bottom. Cover art by Rovina Cai; Cover Design by Christine Foltzer.

About the book

She left all she knew to find who she could be . . .

She grows up in the wild wood, in a cave with her mother, but visions of a faraway lake drift to her on the spring breeze, scented with promise. And when she hears a traveler speak of Artos, king of Caer Leon, she decides her future lies at his court. So, brimming with magic and eager to test her strength, she breaks her covenant with her mother and sets out on her bony gelding for Caer Leon.

With her stolen hunting spear and mended armour, she is an unlikely hero, not a chosen one, but one who forges her own bright path. Aflame with determination, she begins a journey of magic and mystery, love, lust and fights to death. On her adventures, she will steal the hearts of beautiful women, fight warriors and sorcerers, and make a place to call home.

The legendary author of Hild returns with an unforgettable hero and a queer Arthurian masterpiece for the modern era. Nicola Griffith’s Spear is a spellbinding vision of the Camelot we've longed for, a Camelot that belongs to us all.

About the author

Nicola Griffith (she/her) is a dual UK/US citizen living in Seattle. She is the author of award-winning novels including Hild and Ammonite, and her shorter work has appeared in Nature, New Scientist, New York Times, etc. She is the founder and co-host of #CripLit, holds a PhD from Anglia Ruskin University, and enjoys a ferocious bout of wheelchair boxing. She is married to novelist and screenwriter Kelley Eskridge.
Photo of a Nicola Griffith, white woman with short blonde hair. She is staring intently at the camera. The background behind her is completely black. She has a black scoop neck shirt and a metal necklace.
Photo of a Nicola Griffith, white woman with short blonde hair. She is staring intently at the camera. The background behind her is completely black. She has a black scoopneck shirt and a metal necklace. Photo Credit: Jennifer Durham

Details

1) Any disabled person in the US or Canada is eligible for this giveaway. You do not need to disclose any details about your disability.

If you already received a book from one of my previous giveaways, please consider letting other people have a chance.

2) The first 6 people will receive a hardcover. If you do not receive a reply that means the books have been claimed or you did not include all the required information.

3) Send an email to DisabilityVisibilityProject@gmail.com with ‘Book Giveaway’ in the title of the message. Do not reply to this post!!

4) Include the following information in your message:

  • First and last name
  • Mailing address

Please note: I will send this information along with your email address to the publisher. They are responsible for confirming your details and sending you the book.

Published by:

Alice Wong

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